Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
aircraft engine inspector
ESCO occupation · 20 essential, 19 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
evaluate engine performance
write inspection reports
operate precision measuring equipment
engine components
use technical documentation
engineering processes
create solutions to problems
quality assurance procedures
electromechanics
inspect aircraft manufacturing
common aviation safety regulations
conduct performance tests
use testing equipment
mechanics
inspect quality of products
aircraft mechanics
manage health and safety standards
operation of different engines
read standard blueprints
read engineering drawings
Optional & specialised skills
supervise staff
liaise with engineers
record test data
aircraft flight control systems
position engine on test stand
inspect aircraft for airworthiness
perform test run
maintain test equipment
diagnose defective engines
lead inspections
act as contact person during equipment incident
engineering principles
supervise work
manage maintenance operations
prepare audit activities
issue licences
disassemble engines
re-assemble engines
send faulty equipment back to assembly line
Other matches: aircraft assembly inspector · aircraft maintenance technician · aircraft assembly supervisor · aviation inspector · aircraft interior technician
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.